Avalon Illumination Cruises
Avalon Illumination – cruising through Europe's heart in light-filled luxury.
Avalon Illumination is a contemporary Suite Ship designed to bring Europe’s great rivers into full view. Sailing itineraries along the Rhine, Main and Danube, she combines Avalon Waterways’ signature Panorama Suites with an intimate guest capacity and welcoming social spaces. With a relaxed onboard atmosphere and immersive shore experiences, Avalon Illumination offers a refined yet unpretentious way to explore Europe’s most storied waterways.
Avalon Illumination reflects Avalon Waterways’ modern approach to river cruising, where space, light, and flexibility shape the journey. Purpose-built as part of the line’s Suite Ship fleet, she was designed to maximise views, ensuring the river remains part of every moment onboard.
Her itineraries explore dramatic river gorges, vineyard-covered valleys, and some of Europe’s most celebrated cities. Whether sailing through the Rhine Gorge or along the historic Danube, each voyage balances included guided excursions with time for independent wandering.
Read moreGuests return each afternoon to a ship that feels calm, contemporary, and comfortably social.
Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the public spaces with natural light, while the open-air Sky Deck provides sweeping views of castles, cathedral spires, and rolling countryside. Evenings are relaxed and welcoming, centred on regional cuisine, local wines and gentle entertainment. Avalon Illumination is ideal for travellers seeking cultural depth, personal space, and a genuine connection to Europe’s rivers.
Read lessShip Specification
| Maiden voyage: | 2014 |
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| Number of decks: | 4 |
| Tonnage: | 2775 |
| Cabins: | 83 |
| Passengers: | 166 |
| Number of crew: | 47 |
